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Ginuwine, Josh Turner and more. Here’s who’s playing at the Georgia fair this year

We’ve got good news: the Georgia National Fair in Perry returns in October.

This year, the event will span 11 days, from Oct. 3 through Oct. 13, and will be celebrating its 35th year. Of course, there will be the traditional carnival rides, delicious corn dogs and hot funnel cakes, but there’s even more fun in store for 2024.

Big names like country star Josh Turner and R&B singer Ginuwine will perform this year.

“Performers span all genres and eras, making concerts the perfect family-friendly event,” said Maggie Lane, the fair’s marketing director.

So, let’s get to it.

Who is playing in concert at this year’s Georgia National Fair?

The biggest names include Josh Turner, an American country singer with hits like “Why Don’t We Just Dance” and “Your Man,” and R&B singer Ginuwine is sure to bring the beat with songs like “Pony” and “Differences.”

Also on the lineup is Warrant, an 80’s American rock band. Surely you know their hit “Cherry Pie.”

Here’s the full lineup and dates for each concert:

  • Thursday, Oct. 3rd: Bellamy Brothers
  • Friday, Oct. 4th: Josh Turner
  • Saturday, Oct. 5th: Grapevine
  • Sunday, Oct. 6th: Southside Worship
  • Monday, Oct. 7th: West Love & The 478 Band
  • Tuesday, Oct. 8th: Warrant
  • Wednesday, Oct. 9th: Ginuwine
  • Thursday, Oct. 10th: Cooper Alan
  • Friday, Oct. 11th: Yachtley Crew
  • Saturday, Oct. 12th: Purple Xperience
  • Sunday, Oct. 13th: Rumba Latina

Tickets for fair, concerts

Fair admission ranges from $10-$15. Seniors are $10 and kids 10 and under are free. You can purchase tickets online or at the fair. Concerts are free with fair admission.

Are you planning to attend a concert at this year’s fair? Let me know in the comments or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com

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This story was originally published July 19, 2024 at 1:59 PM.

Chelsea Madden
The Telegraph
Chelsea is a service journalism reporter who began working for McClatchy in 2022. She was born and raised in Middle Georgia and lives in Forsyth. She attended Wesleyan College for undergrad and a few years after that, went to SCAD for an MFA in writing. Outside of work, Chelsea likes to watch Netflix, read books in the thriller genre and chase her toddler around.
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